Regional Transition for Students

In an effort to assist students, parents, guardians and advocates in the transition process, several community agencies and schools offer informational events. Representatives at these events can include local colleges, training facilities, informational speakers, and support service providers. All the events listed here are open to the public and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. In addition, many agencies also offer ongoing support services to our transitioning students.

If you wish to publicize a local transition-related event or service, please contact Peg Robinson, VESID: phone 428-4028 or probins2@mail.nysed.gov

No Cost Training Through OMR/DD

What: A network of trainings available throughout the state
Designed to assist individuals, advocates, employees and families related to services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities
Online catalogue: http://omr.state.ny.us/wp/index.jsp
for specifics
 

Recreational Opportunities

EFR's recreational dept. has developed a list of organizations, including day and overnight camps, parks, neighborhood centers, other resources. Want a copy?   Call 315-478-1462 ext. 312 or email recreation@contactefr.org

Oswego County ARISE Support Groups
 

Support and Activity Group

Meets Monthly

More information, call Christine at 298-6335

Tourette's Syndrome Support group

Call Lori at 342-1054 or Karen at 342-7855

Central Square Autism and Related Disorders Support Group, SPECTRUM

For parents and family members of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's Syndrome, Learning Disabilities, ADHD and related disorders.

Call Karen, 668-9834, or Janette, 668-8387

College For Living
 

Day and Evening classes for adults with developmental disabilities who are working toward independent living

Sponsored by: CNY Developmental Disabilities Services Office

Class Topics include: Computer Basics, Cartooning, Money Math, Make Your Own Video, Relationships, Microwave Cooking and More

Contact: College For Living, 498-6005

Friday Night Dances

 Hollow Reed
 

Dates: Every Friday Night

Time: 7 - 10 p.m.

Place: Onondaga Community College, Academic One Lobby

Sponsored by: College For Living

Contact: 498-6005, for admission fee

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) - PROMISE
 

Dates: Education and Information Group - First Tuesday of every month

Support and Sharing Group - Third Tuesday of every month.

Time: 7 PM - 9 PM Place: Temple Society of Concord, 910 Madison St., Syracuse

Targeted Audience: Parents and other family members, friends of persons with MI

Contact: Mary Gandino (NAMI) 487-2085

Educational Support Services
 

Eligibility: Consumers of mental health services who are at least 18 years old and live in Onondaga County Services include: assessment and referral; academic, career, benefits and personal counseling; support with accessing accommodations; assistance with admissions, registration, and financial aid process; development of educational PASS plans; assistance with acquiring time management and study skills; Advocacy

Contact: Kristin Neagle, Transitional Living Services, 420 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse  Phone: 478-4151 

Passages
 

What: A transition program offered in a college setting, focusing on Personal/Academic Development and Employability. Appropriate for students who have recently exited high school with an IEP diploma, as well as those who have aged out.

Where: Stanley Coyne Excell Center

Sponsored by: CNY Developmental Disabilities Services Office
For more information: College For Living Office 498-6010

BESTT Program Website
 

Where: http://www.bville.org/teacherpage3.cfm?teacher=178

What: This excellent web page offers up-to-date transition information, a transition timeline, links to adult service agencies, monthly interviews with agency representatives, and announcements of local social/recreational activities.

Sponsored by: Barb Presley, Transition Coordinator, CW Baker High School, Baldwinsville

Resource Manual of Services in Onondaga County and Surrounding Counties
 

Thanks to Exceptional Family Resources, this comprehensive and very useful manual is now available online by accessing their website at http://www.contactefr.org. It can be downloaded in PDF. Click on service directory. Also, a list of upcoming events and ongoing support groups, many related to transition, is available on this site.

Resources For Parents Website:

NYS Education Department

http://www.nysed.gov/parents